President William Ruto on Monday commissioned the Ksh3.8 billion Ngong Road-Naivasha Road Flyover, an 800-metre elevated dual carriageway aimed at easing traffic congestion in Nairobi.

• The project, costing Ksh3.8 billion, is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion and improve the movement of thousands of motorists.
• Led by President William Ruto, the commissioning was overseen by the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA).
• The flyover will also improve access to key facilities, including the Talanta Stadium, which is under construction for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Senator Ledama Olekina has called for a nationwide removal of roadside billboards, arguing that the current crackdown in Nairobi should be extended to all counties to enhance road safety and urban order.

• Senator Ledama Olekina advocates for removing billboards from road reserves across Kenya.
• He highlights Narok Town as an example of poor urban planning where billboards outnumber road signs.
• The senator emphasizes that the issue is a matter of public safety, urban planning, and responsible governance, urging both national and county governments to enforce regulations.

President William Ruto commissioned the Ngong Road-Naivasha Road Flyover at Junction Mall on June 29, 2026, a crucial step to alleviate traffic congestion in Nairobi.

• The 255-metre, four-lane flyover is designed to improve connectivity and reduce travel times.
• Key figures involved include President William Ruto and the Director-General of the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), Silas Kinoti.
• The project, which began last August, also features upgraded junctions, pedestrian walkways, and dedicated cycling lanes, contributing to the city's transport infrastructure modernization.